I just spent a few hours with one of my AA friends who lost his wife to cancer about 2 years ago. It was heart wrenching to hear him share about how he misses her. But it made me realize how much we need to love those around us who are still alive.
So to all my friends around the world in AA, I just want to say that I love all of you and I always have you in my prayer. When you post your story here, it strengthens me in my hour of weakness. Nothing is worth more than you sharing your heart on this board.
To all the old timers on the board, just post something so that my heart will be gladdened to know that you are well and alive. Please use a new thread so that I can post on it.
I lost my mom about 15 years ago to cancer, she was 73 ... my dad took it very, very hard indeed ... he was a 'basket case' for an awfully long time ... it actually took him about 2 years to recover from the loss ... he actually did get a whole lot better and was again able to enjoy life ... he lived to the age of 85 ...
I think it great that your friend has you as someone he can talk to about such matters ... and as far as 'sharing the love', I made my mind up after get'n sober and learn'n to live the Steps, that I would express my love to all whom I have come to know ... it's just how I am now ... after all, Jesus taught us about 'faith, hope, and love' ... the greatest of which, he said is 'love' ...
Love ya man and God Bless, Pappy
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I understand you pain, Gonee. A good friend of mine just lost his twelve year old daughter to cancer. She battled hard for 18 months before it finally took her life, sadly enough. Now, I pray for my friend, John -who is not an alcoholic by the way- that he can find peace in his hour of need.
My grandmother passed away from cancer when I was still a teenager and numerous friends and even neighbors have died from cancer as well. It is a touchy subject, I know. I admire your spirit, though. It makes me feel so alive. I'll pray for your friend, gonee, it's the least I can do. Onward.
-- Edited by Mr_David on Saturday 30th of April 2016 12:17:07 AM
I am truly sorry for the loss of your friends Life..We know where we go when Our hearts are struggling with pain in this Life. "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." In thought and prayer brother!
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Selfishness-self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of our troubles.
I'm watching that now with a friend on facebook. It's nice that he can share his feelings there and has support. I almost lost me last fall ;).
Apparently I'm doing pretty well. I have a 6 month check up in a week in a half.
So glad to hear you're do'n well Dean ... I was kinda get'n worried a bit, not hear'n from you ... I'm do'n pretty good myself, Doc's got me on 6 months too ... One Day at a Time has helped me here too ... be'n sick sucks, but at least without the booze, I can look forward to tomorrow ...
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